FC 26: Fastest Way to Complete National Pride Ngumoha Objective for 96-Rated Card & Lampard

Summary

Want to unlock 96 OVR Rio Ngumoha and move closer to 98 OVR Lampard in FC 26? This guide reveals the fastest way to complete the National Pride Objective, including squad tips and match strategies. Players can also buy FC 26 Coins to upgrade their squad and prepare for the grind more efficiently.

Build One Squad and Complete Everything Together

The biggest mistake players make is completing each challenge separately. Instead, create one squad that covers all requirements at the same time.

Your squad should include:

At least 6 English players

At least 2 Premier League players

6 first-owned players

A natural LM player for scoring objectives

The objective requires multiple tasks, including playing matches with English players, scoring with an LM, winning games, achieving three-goal victories, and keeping clean sheets. Combining these requirements saves a lot of time.

Use Squad Battles on Semi-Pro Difficulty

The fastest and easiest method is playing Squad Battles on Semi-Pro difficulty. Rivals, Champions, and Live Events also count, but Squad Battles gives you full control over the results.

For the first five matches, focus on defensive consistency:

Score early

Keep possession

Avoid unnecessary attacks

Protect your clean sheet

Getting five clean sheets is one of the more annoying requirements, so completing this early prevents extra games later.

Score With a Real LM, Not a Converted Winger

One hidden issue many players run into is the LM scoring requirement. Make sure your player’s preferred position is actually LM.

Using a LW or RW card placed at LM may not count. Choose a natural LM player, put them in your starting lineup, and score at least five goals during your matches.

Fast attackers with good shooting are ideal because Semi-Pro defenders are much easier to beat. Players can simply feed the ball to the LM, cut inside, and finish quickly.

How to Finish the Final Three Games Faster

After completing the clean sheets and scoring requirements, the remaining matches are simple.

Focus on:

Getting your 8 total wins

Completing any missing three-goal victories

Avoiding unnecessary risks

If you still need big wins, attack aggressively in the first half and build a comfortable lead before slowing the game down. You can also use your FC 26 Coins to upgrade key positions, strengthen your squad, and make these final matches much easier to complete.

Why Ngumoha Is Worth Unlocking

The reward for completing National Pride Ngumoha is a 96 OVR special Rio Ngumoha card, plus SP and high-rated packs. More importantly, finishing this objective helps unlock the Future World Tour Completionist path toward FUTTIES Icon Frank Lampard.

The 98 OVR Lampard reward requires completing four of five related objectives, making Ngumoha one of the easiest steps toward securing a top-tier Icon midfielder.

Final Tips: Finish Faster, Waste Less Time

Do not split objectives across different squads. Build one English Premier League-focused team, play eight controlled Squad Battles matches, and complete multiple requirements simultaneously.

With smart squad planning, the National Pride Ngumoha Objective becomes a quick grind instead of a frustrating challenge - and you will be much closer to adding 98 OVR Lampard to your FC 26 Ultimate Team.